The Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) in Iraq announced on Wednesday that parliamentary elections will be held as scheduled on October 10, 2021. The decision was made following extensive consultations with political parties across the country. The commission confirmed that the elections will proceed despite calls from some factions to postpone the date due to security concerns and the COVID-19 pandemic. "We believe that holding elections on time is a crucial step for strengthening democratic institutions," stated the head of the commission. The decision was supported by the majority of commission members, though some expressed concerns about logistical challenges.
